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Burger Smasher

A burger smasher is a kitchen tool designed to press a ball of ground meat into a thin patty on a flat cooking surface, typically a griddle or cast iron skillet. It facilitates the creation of burgers with a large surface area for achieving a Maillard reaction – the browning process that develops deep, savory flavors.

Material:

• Cast Iron: Common due to its heat retention and weight, providing consistent pressure. Often has a flat, smooth bottom.
• Stainless Steel: Durable, easy to clean, and resists rust. May be lighter than cast iron versions.
• Aluminum: Lightweight and heats quickly, but may not retain heat as effectively as cast iron.
• Silicone: Often used for handles to provide a comfortable grip and heat resistance.

Purpose:

The primary purpose is to create thin, crispy-edged burgers, often referred to as “smash burgers.” This method maximizes contact between the meat and the hot cooking surface, resulting in a more flavorful crust.

Function:

A burger smasher works by applying firm, even pressure to ground meat. This flattening process increases surface area, promoting rapid browning and the formation of a desirable crust. Some designs feature a handle for controlled pressure and a wider surface area for larger patties.

Usage Scenarios:

• Restaurants: Widely used in fast-casual and gourmet burger establishments for consistent patty creation.
• Home Cooking: Increasingly popular among home cooks seeking to replicate restaurant-style smash burgers.
• Griddles and Flat-Top Cooking: Ideal for use on flat-top grills, griddles, and cast iron skillets.
• Outdoor Cooking: Can be used on portable griddles during camping or barbecues.

Common Types:

• Simple Flat Press: A basic, often cast iron, disc with a handle. Requires more manual force.
• Handle-Mounted Press: Features a weighted handle that provides increased pressure with less effort.
• Dual-Sided Press: Has a flat surface on one side for smashing and a textured surface on the other for searing.
• Scraper/Smasher Combination: Includes a flat edge for scraping the griddle and a smashing surface in one tool.
• Electric Smash Burgers: Newer models which incorporate a heated surface and automated pressing mechanism.

Based on the provided information, a “burger smasher” can be classified under several HS codes, depending on its specific characteristics and materials. Here's a breakdown of potential classifications:

• 8205513030: This code covers handtools, specifically household tools of iron or steel, such as kitchen and table implements. A burger smasher made of iron or steel and used for cooking could fall under this classification.

  • Chapter 82: Handtools, including glass cutters.
  • Heading 8205: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of machine tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand- or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks; base metal parts thereof.
  • Subheading 8205513030: Household tools, and parts thereof; Of iron or steel; Kitchen and table implements.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 3.7%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%; Total tariff: 58.7%.

• 7323997000: This code covers other articles of iron or steel, specifically cookingware not coated or plated with precious metal. If the burger smasher is considered cookingware, this code may apply.

  • Chapter 73: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel.
  • Heading 7323: Other: Other.
  • Subheading 7323997000: Not coated or plated with precious metal; Other; Cookingware.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 5.3%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%; Total tariff: 60.3%.

• 7326110000: This code covers other articles of iron or steel, specifically forged or stamped grinding balls and similar articles for mills. If the burger smasher is manufactured through forging or stamping, this code could be relevant.

  • Chapter 73: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel.
  • Heading 7326: Other articles of iron or steel.
  • Subheading 7326110000: Forged or stamped, but not further worked; Grinding balls and similar articles for mills.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%; Total tariff: 80.0%.

• 7326908688: This code covers other articles of iron or steel, specifically other other other.

  • Chapter 73: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel.
  • Heading 7326: Other articles of iron or steel.
  • Subheading 7326908688: Other; Other; Other; Other.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 2.9%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%; Total tariff: 82.9%.

Regarding these HS codes, please note that the final classification depends on the material composition and manufacturing process of the burger smasher. For HS code 7326110000, please note the need to verify the manufacturing process (forging or stamping) and may require material verification. Additionally, for HS codes 7326110000 and 7326908688, a 25% additional tariff applies to steel and aluminum products.